Beach Bliss Marathon Session Day!

To say that I had fun yesterday at the Beach Bliss Marathon Day would be an understatement! The weather was gorgeous! Sunny and 75 - couldn't get much better than that! I was lucky enough to have a good friend and fabulous photographer, Noah Hayes, join me for the day as well! Here is a small small peek from the day:

Stunning Charlotte!

Silly Cierra

Sweet Joy!

I loved this shot of Noah and the girls! 

Lauren planned a session for her younger sister Kristen's Birthday!

The birthday girl!

I love those shades! 

Jenna was the last session of the day and a former client of mine! 

We had so much fun taking her senior pictures!

We often go to great lengths as photographers to get the right shot..

Noah in these pictures is the perfect example! Haha!

& Noah caught me in action as well! =) 

I was so happy to finally be able to wear flip flops!

Yours Truly,

Natalie Franke

Clare's Senior Pictures

The weather was forecasted to rain, but with a few clouds in the sky we managed to have one of the best shoots so far this season! Although Clare may look like she was getting pictures for a modeling portfolio (this girl is gorgeous!) we were doing her senior portraits before she graduates in a few weeks! Her mom, Michele, is an incredible photographer from the area who will be launching her website in the near future! I'll be joining Michele this summer as we work with the Maryland United Lacrosse Club during their tournaments! Enjoy!

Rocking these gorgeous heels!

This girl can strike a serious pose like no one I've ever known.

These shots scream "FREEDOM!" - Graduating in a few weeks! Congrats Clare!

Clare - Best of luck as you enter this new part of your life! You're going to do such incredible things with your talent and amazing personality! Hopefully I'll get a camera in your hands sooner rather than later! ;)

Yours Truly,

Natalie Franke

Katie & Bob's Wedding!

Last weekend I had the privilege to second shoot for the fabulous Jaime Windon of Blonde Photo and celebrate the union of Katie and Bob! The entire day was coordinated by the talented women behind Your Perfect Day Events and went off without a hitch! Through the smiles, tears, and wonderful moments of their special day - they reminded me once again how beautiful true love can be!

Katie was a modern day Cinderella! Absolutely breathtaking!

The ceremony was held at the St. Veronica Roman Catholic Church in Chantilly, VA.

I absolutely loved their vintage Bentley that carried them to the reception!

The hall was set up beautifully, each bouquet and table setting perfectly placed!

The couple celebrated their reception at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainsville, VA!

The cake was just as classy, topped with beautiful red roses!

The first slice!

And what's a wedding without the party?

Donald Peterson of Bialek's Music did a great job of getting everyone to dance!

I wish Katie and Bob the best of luck as they enter a new chapter in their lives! Again, I want to thank Jaime Windon of Blonde Photo for having me as her second! Here is a direct link to Jaime's Blog Post from this wedding - check it out!

Yours Truly,

Natalie Franke

Spontaneous Moments

I met my boyfriend for dinner at his house and when I arrived I couldn't take my eyes off all the blooming trees in his yard! Being a photographer, I have this crazy exciting love for nature. Thank goodness for keeping backup gear in my trunk - I spent about ten minutes just wandering around snapping pictures. Living spontaneously like this, ooh its so fun!

All the best,

Natalie Franke